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Belay
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Meanings of Belay
Verb
- To tie a rope to something to keep it safe.
- To stop or cancel something.
- A command to tell someone to stop doing something.
Noun
- A place where a climber stops and ties a rope to keep safe.
- A spot where a rope is tied to something strong.
- The action of tying a rope to something to keep it from moving.
Explanation of the word: Belay
Belay means to hold something tight so it doesn't fall. Like when you hold a rope for someone climbing.
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Translations for the word: Belay
hindi
बिलाई
bilaai
रोकना
rokna
थामना
thamna
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Belay
What does 'belay' mean?
The word 'belay' means to secure a rope or to stop something from happening, especially in climbing.
How do you pronounce 'belay'?
You pronounce 'belay' like this: buh-lay.
What is the origin of the word 'belay'?
The word 'belay' comes from the Old English word 'belaian', which means to stop or to secure.
What is the meaning of 'belay' in Bengali?
The word 'belay' in Bengali is 'বিলম্বিত করা' (Bilaṁbita karā).